HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-12-24CITY OF LAKE ELMO
CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP MINUTES
MARCH 12, 2024
CALL TO ORDER
Acting Mayor Holtz called the meeting to order at 6.30 p.m.
PRESENT: Acting Mayor Holtz, Councilmembers Katrina Beckstrom, Nick Dragisich and Matt
Him.
Staff present: Interim City Administrator Schroeder, Public Works Director Powers, Community
Development Director Stolpa, Contract Planner Fuerst, City Engineer Griffin and City Clerk
Johnson.
TH36-Lake Elmo Avenue Intersection Improvements
Washington County Project Manager Andrew Giesen presented the project background and
process for identifying potential upgrades. The recommended alternative was reviewed and
discussion was held concerning affected properties, tree loss, safety and project cost.
Legends of Lake Elmo Sketch Plan Review
Contract Planner Nathan Fuerst reviewed the land use analysis and open space PUD purpose and
requirements. Planner Fuerst also reviewed the proposed lot layout, noting areas that encroach
into buffer areas and would need flexibility. Additional flexibility requested was also reviewed
Applicant Nathan Landucci discussed updates made to prior plans for the development to the
community septic system, streets and concrete curb/gutters.
Limerick Village Sketch Plan Review
Contract Planner Nathan Fuerst provided an overview of the plan and proposed site plan. Fuerst
also reviewed the land use analysis, zoning and PUD flexibility.
Applicant Mario Cucarella, Maplewood Development, discussed the design of the development
and demand for various types of housing.
Discussion held regarding proposed park, density and site plan.
Items for Future Workshop Agenda
Crosswalk policy, Old Village master plan, Washington County Yard Waste Presentation and
State of MN Public Safety Funding are planned for future workshop agendas.
Meeting adjourned at 8:35 p.m.
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LAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL
Jeff Holtz, Acting Mayor